Lead - Warehouse

Role Overview

Warehouse Lead responsible for overseeing daily warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory accuracy, and material handling. Ensures efficient logistics coordination, team performance, and adherence to safety and quality standards to support on-time customer delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and train warehouse staff across core functions: shipping, receiving, inventory control, cycle counting, and material handling
• Process and track transactions using RF scanners, pick tickets, and warehouse management systems
• Ensure proper packaging, labeling, and staging of outgoing shipments
• Audit inbound and outbound shipments to maintain accuracy and quality standards
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to load/unload materials, including pipe and bulk items
• Coordinate daily with Customer Service and Fabrication teams to meet delivery timelines and service expectations
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations, housekeeping standards, and company policies
• Execute cycle counts and manage inventory accuracy, including backorder fulfillment
• Troubleshoot shipping/receiving discrepancies and implement corrective actions
• Utilize systems such as JD Edwards, Varsity, and rate-shopping tools (e.g., Ratelinx) for logistics and shipping operations
• Coordinate freight logistics, including carrier selection, LTL shipments, and delivery scheduling (e.g., company trucks)
• Manage warehouse supplies, consumables, and minor facility maintenance needs
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide leadership coverage and operational support in manager's absence

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in warehouse or distribution environments
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions
• Intermediate PC proficiency and experience with warehouse/logistics systems
• Experience operating forklifts and material handling equipment
• Knowledge of inventory control processes and logistics coordination